Cardiovascular Surgery Nurse

Overview

What sets us apart from other healthcare organizations? How much time do you have? In short, it all starts with our current employees. They believe in living our mission to provide compassion to everyone. We, in turn, believe that growing and supporting our people allows us to deliver a higher degree of quality care to our patients. CHI advocates for all who live in the communities we serve, especially the most vulnerable. Choose an organization who will champion your talents and nurture your career. Choose CHI!

It takes a special type of nurse to work in Cardiovascular surgery. Not only do they have to be skilled in the operating room, but they also have to maintain composure and mange a rollercoaster of emotions as the status of their patients could change in the blink of an eye. Most patients will never fully realize what their surgical nurse did for them during their most vulnerable moments, but we do. If you are ready to join a culture driven by passion and talent, here we are!

We are looking for a responsible and compassionate Registered Nurse with top-notch clinical skills, a caring attitude, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. It is also important to display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to effectively educate patients and their families on the in-home healthcare process.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and surgical team in the CVOR

• Care for patients before, during, and after procedures

• Develop and implement nursing care plan for surgical patients

• Ensure operating rooms are prepped with all necessary equipment and supplies

• Demonstrate a high level of compassion for patients

We are offering a sign on bonus up to $25,000 hires who meet the eligibility requirements. We also offer additional pay for participation in our clinical ladder as well as referral bonuses, excellent benefits, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Experience as a Registered Nurse preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required

• Specialty certification (ex: CCRN, CNOR, CEN) preferred

• Additional certification or licensure may be required for some specialty areas